Trump Arch Controversy

What happened

The outlets' own sentences, most widely reported first. Hover or tap one to see who reported it.

Analysis

How it changed

1. 24 Sep

   Federal preservation agency says it's 'terminating' required consultation with local officials on Trump's arch

   2 outlets · ABC News
2. 25 Sep

   The towering arch will “house, store, and have the rapid ability to use large numbers of drones, plus Snipers, on both the roof and plaza areas, and additionally have and hold large quantities of sniper ammunition in storage,” according to Trump.

   2 outlets · The Independent

Coverage 4 articles

• 25 Sep Trump's plans for massive arch move aheadPresident Donald Trump's plans for constructing a 250-foot Triumphal Arch near Arlington National Cemetery and close to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport are advancing despite growing opposition. The Advisory Council on Historic Preservation, led by Trump appointees, terminated consultations with local officials over the project’s potential impact on historic sites. Democratic Senator Tammy Duckworth…BBC
• 25 Sep A review found that Trump’s arch will harm DC. His appointee just ended the processThe Trump administration is ending a federally required review for constructing a massive arch in Washington D.C., despite the National Park Service’s report predicting adverse effects on historic sites. In a letter to local governments and advocacy groups, Travis Voyles, a Trump appointee, stated that further consultation would be terminated. Critics argue that the decision disregards established procedures and…The Independent
• 24 Sep Federal agency says it's moving on without DC, Virginia cooperation on Trump's archThe Advisory Council on Historic Preservation (ACHP) announced that it is ending consultations required under federal law with Virginia and Washington, D.C., regarding President Trump’s proposed triumphal arch near Arlington National Cemetery. This decision indicates the administration intends to proceed without local agreement despite opposition from Virginia's Department of Historic Resources and other entities…ABC News (US)
• 24 Sep A review found that Trump’s arch will harm DC. His appointee just ended the processThe Trump administration is ending a federally required review process for constructing a massive arch in Washington, D.C., despite findings from the National Park Service that it would harm historic sites. In a letter to local groups Thursday, Travis Voyles, a Trump appointee and vice chairman of the Advisory Council on Historic Preservation, announced they were terminating further consultation. Critics argue this…The Independent

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